Campbelltown
Campbelltown scores well on sustainability (55/100) but only 18/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Southwest Sydney's emerging city — Macarthur region hub with bushland backdrop"
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New South Wales · metro council · Pop. 57,988
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
34 out of 100
#31 of 34 metro councils in NSW
#121 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 55/100 |
| Community Services | 35/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 28/100 |
| Core Operations | 18/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Campbelltown performs strongest in Sustainability (scoring 55 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Core Operations (currently 18 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Southwest Sydney's emerging city — Macarthur region hub with bushland backdrop
Campbelltown is southwest Sydney's major centre, positioned against the Georges River and Dharawal bushland. It's a growing city with university, hospital, and improving amenity.
Known For
- Western Sydney University Campbelltown campus
- Campbelltown Arts Centre
- Dharawal National Park access
- Georges River bushland corridors
Living Here
Campbelltown offers city-scale amenity in Sydney's southwest at accessible prices. The bushland setting is an asset. Infrastructure investment continues.
Hidden Gem
Dharawal National Park — pristine Sydney sandstone bushland just minutes from suburban streets.